No More Junk Food in School!

Starting next week, junk food will no longer be allowed in school.

This includes chips, candy, soda, and (1) _______ unhealthy snacks. Healthy snacks like fruits, nuts, and whole-grain (2) _______ are still allowed.

The school is making this change to (3) _______ healthy eating and improve our students' health.

Please follow this rule to help create (4) _______ healthier environment for everyone.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Bau Truc pottery (1) _______ are made from clay from the Quao River mixed with sand. Clay is collected from the river only once a year, each lasting for half a month. Clay is taken (2) _______ or less depending on the ability of each person. In the clay collecting season, local people try to take as much clay as they can to store, for use in an entire year.

Currently, people (3) _______ are skillful artisans in Bau Truc pottery village still make pottery products in the traditional way. They do not use the wheel, (4) _______ the craftsmen have to turn around the products. The potters shape their products by their skillful hands and feet around a pole-round pillar, rather than on one wheel. From this step, the silky clay block initially gradually forms a smooth rounded hollow block, then the formation of flower vases, or water pots.

Bau Truc's craftsmen use wet cloths to make the product surface smooth. These items are decorated with seashells, snails or (5) _______ paintings featuring the daily life of Bau Truc's people.

Cities are expanding quickly, and by 2050, around 70% of the world's population is expected to live in urban areas. (1) _______ cities provide jobs, education, and modern services, they also bring serious environmental challenges. To protect the planet for future generations, people must find ways to reduce these problems.

Urban areas use a lot of resources and energy. (2) _______ depend on transportation to bring food, water, and materials from distant places, (3) _______ increases energy consumption and pollution. Cities also produce a large amount of waste and have a high carbon footprint.

As cities grow, they (4) _______ farmland and damage natural ecosystems, reducing green spaces and harming wildlife. Air, water, and land pollution are common problems in urban areas. Litter and poor sanitation can make (5) _______.

Without careful planning, these issues will continue to increase. To make cities more (6) _______, people need to manage resources better and find greener solutions.

1. The Everglades are a well-known natural area with unique features. They have freshwater ponds, grassy prairies, and sawgrass marshes that are home to many plants and animals. Some of these species are endangered and need protection.

2. For example, the Florida Panther, one of the rarest animals in the world, lives in the Everglades. Other unique animals found here include the American Crocodile, Wood Stork, and West Indian Manatee. The Everglades are protected by the National Park and the state of Florida, working together to save this unique ecosystem.

3. However, the Burmese Python is creating serious problems. These pythons, likely released by pet owners, have spread across the Everglades. They are eating local animals and disrupting the balance of nature. Florida has prohibited pythons as pets as a result to protect its ecosystem.

1. Obesity is a frequent problem among many kids. It occurs when a child has more body fat than they need because they eat more than their body requires. This extra fat can lead to health issues as they grow up. Doctors use a metric called Body Mass Index (BMI) to determine if someone is obese. BMI compares a person's weight to their height to estimate how much body fat they have.

2. Being obese can cause health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep problems. It can also make it difficult for kids to join physical activities or sports. Obese children might feel left out if they can't keep up with their friends.

3. There are steps kids can take to manage obesity. Eating healthier options like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is a great way to begin. These foods provide energy without adding extra fat. Regular physical activity, such as playing outdoors, walking, or biking, helps kids stay in shape and burn extra calories. Getting enough sleep is also important, as it helps the body recover and stay healthy.

4. Remember, everyone's body is different; the goal is to stay healthy, not look a certain way.